1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1956 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 3,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 490 kg more than 1956 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (363 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Mondial | 1956 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | Mondial | Appia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3184 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 860 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
